Nasalide
Generic name:
Pharmacist-reviewed drug information from the RxWiki encyclopedia.
Overview
Flunisolide is a prescription medication used to treat symptoms of seasonal and year-round allergies including sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, and nasal itching. Nasarel belongs to a group of drugs called corticosteroids, which help decrease inflammation in the nose.
This medication comes as a nasal spray. The recommended adult dose is 2 sprays in each nostril twice daily.
Common side effects include nasal discomfort, after taste, nose bleeds, and headaches.
What is it used for?
Flunisolide is a prescription medication used to prevent nasal allergy symptoms including sneezing, itching, and runny or stuffed nose.
This medication may be prescribed for other uses. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Side effects
Common side effects include:
- headache
- nasal irritation or dryness
- sore throat
- sneezing
- nosebleed
- aftertaste
This is not a complete list of flunisolide side effects. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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